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‘Forever chemicals’ detected in 65% of sampled private wells in Pennsylvania | Penn State University

‘Forever chemicals’ detected in 65% of sampled private wells in Pennsylvania

| psu.edu

To better understand potential contamination of the groundwater feeding the 3.5 million people served by private well systems in Pennsylvania, a team of researchers from Penn State conducted a novel three-year citizen science study of per- and poly-fluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) — often referred to as forever chemicals — in 167 private wells across the commonwealth.

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The College of EMS annual tree planting event in Sandy Ridge, PA.

How youth culture is reimagining climate action

Young people are using culture, creativity, and digital media to reimagine climate action. See how their everyday choices are shaping a sustainable future.

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Lawn story: Turfgrass data may improve urban greenhouse gas emission estimates | Penn State University

Lawn story: Turfgrass data may improve urban greenhouse gas emission estimates

| psu.edu

Data that has been lost in the weeds — or more accurately the turfgrass — could help improve estimates of carbon dioxide emissions from urban areas, according to a team led by scientists at Penn State.

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New material could provide cooling through existing mechanical energy | Penn State University

New material could provide cooling through existing mechanical energy

| psu.edu

A team of researchers at Penn State is developing new materials that cool their surroundings when bent or stressed. On the latest episode of “Growing Impact,” the team discusses how this technology could potentially transform the future of building climate control. 

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Penn State Institute of Energy and the Environment and Growing Impact logo, with the title "Cooling high performance buildings" with a background of a modern office building with air vents visible in the ceiling

Growing Impact: Cooling high-performance buildings

Cooling is energy-intensive, with air conditioning consuming a significant portion of electricity in homes and commercial buildings, while also contributing to greenhouse gas emissions and climate change. This creates a cycle of increasing energy demand for cooling. However, innovative materials that cool when strained offer a promising, sustainable solution for various applications.

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Climate Change Is Here. Philadelphia Isn't Ready

Climate change is here. Philadelphia isn't ready

| phillymag.com

Heavier rainfalls that lead to deadly flash floods. Droughts that spark wildfires. Soaring summertime temperatures. And a federal government content with doing nothing. Think Philadelphia is safe from the worst the planet has to offer? Think again.

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Penn State’s Youth Food Lab attends UN Science, Technology, Innovation forum | Penn State University

Penn State’s Youth Food Lab attends UN Science, Technology, Innovation forum

| psu.edu

Penn State’s College of Agricultural Sciences was represented on the global stage as faculty and students participated in the United Nations’ 10th Multi-stakeholder Forum on Science, Technology and Innovation for the Sustainable Development Goals, held at U.N. headquarters in New York City earlier this month.

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Biology professor, Huck associate operations director to retire | Penn State University

Biology professor, Huck associate operations director to retire

| psu.edu

After a decade of service to the Huck Institutes of the Life Sciences and a distinguished academic career spanning four decades, James Marden, professor of biology and associate director of operations, will retire from Penn State at the end of June.

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Penn State announces tenure-line faculty promotions, effective July 1, 2025 | Penn State University

Penn State announces tenure-line faculty promotions, effective July 1, 2025

| psu.edu

The following is a list of academic promotions for tenured and tenure-line faculty members at Penn State, effective July 1, 2025.

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Huck Institutes bridge funding recipients announced | Penn State University

Huck Institutes bridge funding recipients announced

| psu.edu

The Bridge Funding Program, launched this spring, provides small, temporary support for projects facing unexpected funding challenges.

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Electric bills in Pennsylvania are going up next month. Your utility can’t help it.

Electric bills in Pennsylvania are going up next month. Your utility can’t help it.

| post-gazette.com

Electricity bills across the state are due to increase on June 1, when utilities reset a portion of their charges to reflect the current cost of energy. This article quotes Seth Blumsack, professor of energy policy and economics.

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High electricity prices zapping your budget? Here are 5 ways to save

High electricity prices zapping your budget? Here are 5 ways to save

| theconversation.com

Electricity rates are soaring in Pennsylvania and other parts of the country. 2 energy experts offer tips to lower your monthly bill. This article was written by two IEE faculty members: Seth Blumsack, professor of energy & mineral engineering, and Hannah Wiseman, professor of law at Penn State Law.

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